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Good news for motorists: Filling up now €10 cheaper after Spanish government slashes VAT on fuel

MOTORISTS across Spain have been handed a much-needed lifeline after the Spanish government slashed the rate of VAT on fuel. According to data from the

23 Mar, 2026 @ 11:06

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Boost for Pedro Sanchez as Spain’s GDP grows 0.8% in second quarter of 2025

SPAIN’S economy continues to buck the worldwide trend after posting a GDP growth figure of 0.8% for the quarter of 2025 – a percentage point

26 Sep, 2025 @ 16:24

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Spain outpaces European rivals as GDP grows 0.6% in first quarter of 2025

SPAIN’S economy continues to outpace its European rivals after the National Statistics Institute (INE) confirmed growth of 0.6% in the first quarter of 2025. Despite

25 Jun, 2025 @ 14:03

Business & Finance·Lead·OP Money Tree·Politics

Must-buy: This ‘powerful’ portable radiator from Lidl for just €37.99 is flying off the shelves in Spain as winter approaches

AS anyone who lives in Spain knows, homes in the winter can become incredibly cold. This is because properties, particularly in the south and on

26 Oct, 2024 @ 08:00

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Spain scraps free public transport for 2025 – but these discounts will still be available

BLANKET public transport discounts of up to 60% and free rail travel on Renfe will stop after December 31. The wide range of bargain tickets

22 Oct, 2024 @ 07:00

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Must-buy: These ‘elegant’ rain boots for just €9.99 are flying off Carrefour’s shelves in Spain

AS the last couple of weeks have proven, when it rains in Spain, it very often pours. And with winter coming up, a pair of

20 Oct, 2024 @ 11:55

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Tragedy in Tenerife: British boy, 4, drowns in hotel swimming pool

How much would I be fined for filling up my swimming pool illegally in Spain’s Andalucia?

DESPITE heavy rains in early April, restrictions on private water use remain throughout Andalucia. Here’s what you need to know about water rules in Andalucia,

12 May, 2024 @ 13:53

Andalucia·Lead·OP Money Tree·Property

New tourism laws in Spain: The rules you must obey from TODAY to avoid fines of up to €1,500

A MAJOR holiday destination in Spain has introduced new laws against ‘excessive tourism’ which will see rule breakers fined up to €1,500 each. The measures

11 May, 2024 @ 10:10

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Is buying from Temu safe? Beware of these five common frauds on the Chinese shopping platform – which has soared in popularity in Spain

CYBER security experts have warned users to use their common sense when accessing an increasingly popular Chinese-run online sales site. Temu’s low prices have been

21 Mar, 2024 @ 17:00

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What is the ‘tourism tax’ in Spain and where do I have to pay it?

TOURIST taxes are common worldwide. In Spain, there are currently found in Catalonia and the Balearic Islands. Regional and municipal governments impose tourist taxes through

13 Mar, 2024 @ 07:53

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Low cost train operator Ouigo to start Murcia to Madrid services with €9 fares from 2024 High-speed journey to capital will take 2 hours and 45 minutes

Train sale in Spain: Travel across the country for just €9 as high-speed rail firm Ouigo announces ‘low cost’ bonanza

A HIGH-speed rail company in Spain is set to launch a huge sale this month with cross-country tickets from as low as €9. Ouigo will

12 Mar, 2024 @ 11:39

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Drivers in Spain beware: Mobile cameras and helicopters deployed in crackdown on speeding during Semana Santa

Warning for drivers in Spain: Make sure you have these documents in your car to avoid fines of up to €500

SPAIN’S traffic authority has warned of fines of up to €500 for drivers who fail to carry vital documents in their car. In a press

4 Mar, 2024 @ 12:40

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Warning for dog owners: Hundreds of fines of up to €500 have been issued so far this year on Spain’s Costa del Sol – here’s how to avoid them

HUNDREDS of dog owners have been fined for failing to clean up after their pets in just one town on the Costa del Sol. Some

26 Feb, 2024 @ 11:42

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What is the Beckham Law in Spain? How expats can make BIG savings on income tax

TAXES are complicated enough in your home country, but when you’re working abroad they can get even stickier. Fortunately, foreigners working in Spain can get

25 Feb, 2024 @ 15:32

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Earn extra cash in Spain: These 7 products are the biggest sellers on second-hand websites

SALES of second-hand items via trading websites are continuing to rise in Spain as people look to save money and to pick up a bargain.

18 Feb, 2024 @ 07:00

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What are the new red lines being painted on roads across Spain? Follow this rule to avoid a €600 fine

RED lines are being painted on deadly roads in Andalucia in a bid to stop people from overtaking and causing fatal accidents. Spain’s traffic authority,

17 Feb, 2024 @ 14:17

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Scam warning in Spain: Ignore these texts pretending to be from the DGT traffic authority, say police

Scam warning in Spain: Ignore these text messages ‘from the DGT’ to avoid losing thousands to fraudsters

MOBILE phone owners in Spain have been warned of a new scam circulating the country. According to the Spanish Consumer Association (AEC), SMS text messages

16 Feb, 2024 @ 06:22

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British tourist arrested over sex assault on UK holidaymaker at party-resort Magaluf hotel on Spain's Mallorca

Revealed: The cheapest weeks for Brits to book a holiday to Spain and elsewhere this summer – according to Which?

AS winter nears its much-anticipated end, millions of parents across the UK will begin planning for their annual family summer holiday. A new study by

15 Feb, 2024 @ 12:28

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Save hundreds on perfumes in Spain: These are the Mercadona ‘clones’ of big name brands starting from just €2.35

DESIGNER perfumes are alluring but expensive. Fortunately, supermarket chain Mercadona carries a line of budget perfumes, many of which imitate designer scents. At least, this

15 Feb, 2024 @ 08:13

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Check your change! These rare €2 coins are now worth THOUSANDS to collectors

CHECKING your loose change might just be to your advantage because its possible that you might have a commemorative euro coin that is worth lot

14 Feb, 2024 @ 16:32

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Property prices in Spain will increase more than previously expected this year, says Bankinter in latest report

Can I get a 100% mortgage in Spain if I’m British or from the USA? All you need to know about the new ICO scheme

BUYING property can be inaccessible for many, with the financial burden of putting down a deposit too heavy for some would-be-buyers to bear. However, thanks

14 Feb, 2024 @ 14:00

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Why Brits staying with friends or family in Spain should consider carrying THIS document: And what hosts MUST do to avoid fines of €10,000

BRITS and other non-EU residents looking to vacation in Spain may be required to show proof of accommodation — even when staying with friends or

10 Feb, 2024 @ 12:30

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Must-read: How your ‘vintage’ mobile phones could be worth up to €30,000 – check how much YOUR old brick could be valued at

THE cost of buying the very latest smartphone can easily hit four figures for people with big pockets and a desire to keep up to

9 Feb, 2024 @ 14:11

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Renting out to tourists in Spain? These will be the new laws in Andalucia that you MUST follow to avoid being fined up to €150,000

Have you had an Airbnb experience in Spain that you think is worth a story? Email tips@theolivepress.es RENTING your Spanish home to tourists can be

3 Feb, 2024 @ 12:18

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Good news for motorists: Filling up now €10 cheaper after Spanish government slashes VAT on fuel

Boost for Pedro Sanchez as Spain’s GDP grows 0.8% in second quarter of 2025

Spain outpaces European rivals as GDP grows 0.6% in first quarter of 2025

Must-buy: This ‘powerful’ portable radiator from Lidl for just €37.99 is flying off the shelves in Spain as winter approaches

Spain scraps free public transport for 2025 – but these discounts will still be available

Must-buy: These ‘elegant’ rain boots for just €9.99 are flying off Carrefour’s shelves in Spain

How much would I be fined for filling up my swimming pool illegally in Spain’s Andalucia?

New tourism laws in Spain: The rules you must obey from TODAY to avoid fines of up to €1,500

Is buying from Temu safe? Beware of these five common frauds on the Chinese shopping platform – which has soared in popularity in Spain

What is the ‘tourism tax’ in Spain and where do I have to pay it?

Train sale in Spain: Travel across the country for just €9 as high-speed rail firm Ouigo announces ‘low cost’ bonanza

Warning for drivers in Spain: Make sure you have these documents in your car to avoid fines of up to €500

Warning for dog owners: Hundreds of fines of up to €500 have been issued so far this year on Spain’s Costa del Sol – here’s how to avoid them

Earn extra cash in Spain: These 7 products are the biggest sellers on second-hand websites

What are the new red lines being painted on roads across Spain? Follow this rule to avoid a €600 fine

Scam warning in Spain: Ignore these text messages ‘from the DGT’ to avoid losing thousands to fraudsters

Revealed: The cheapest weeks for Brits to book a holiday to Spain and elsewhere this summer – according to Which?

Save hundreds on perfumes in Spain: These are the Mercadona ‘clones’ of big name brands starting from just €2.35

Check your change! These rare €2 coins are now worth THOUSANDS to collectors

Can I get a 100% mortgage in Spain if I’m British or from the USA? All you need to know about the new ICO scheme

Why Brits staying with friends or family in Spain should consider carrying THIS document: And what hosts MUST do to avoid fines of €10,000

Must-read: How your ‘vintage’ mobile phones could be worth up to €30,000 – check how much YOUR old brick could be valued at

Renting out to tourists in Spain? These will be the new laws in Andalucia that you MUST follow to avoid being fined up to €150,000

The Olive Press does Brazil: The authentic boutique hotel hideaway in Rio born from an Abba producer’s dream

Spanish property bargain: These two-story prefab homes with three bedrooms and bathrooms are selling for less than €42,000

One of Madrid’s best Japanese-fusion menu-del-dias – of course The Olive Press had to try it out

Have you seen this man? Spanish police use AI to visualise disguises for one of the most wanted drug traffickers in Europe

Ten of the best weekend spa breaks in Spain and Portugal – including an 11th century castle and a little piece of Thailand

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